Procurement Manager - Canal Barge Company

Illinois Marine Towing

Procurement Manager

Illinois Marine Towing is a subsidiary of Canal Barge Company (“CBC”), a family-owned, independent marine transportation company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana founded in 1933. While retaining the tight-knit community of a family-owned company, CBC has grown into a diversified business with 900+ employees operating over 900 vessels. Our greatest strength is in providing dedicated bulk freight logistics within the rivers and canals of the United States, Gulf of Mexico, & Atlantic Coast. Dedicated to long-term mutually beneficial relationships and tailor-made customer service, CBC has a strong customer base made up of several Fortune 500 chemical and oil companies, as well as construction companies, fabricators, public utilities, engineering companies, and the United States Government.

IMT/CBC is a leading company in the inland marine industry with a history of steady growth and an exceptional human & environmental safety record. We believe CBC’s Mississippi River transportation system is among the most efficient and environmentally friendly methods of transporting cargo within the United States.  IMT is the leading supplier of Waterline Services in the Chicago area utilizing the best people, assets and culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is located at the Illinois Marine Corporate office in Joliet, Illinois.  You will manage Procurement functions within the IMT business units (Terminal, Vessel and Shipyard) and collaborate with the CBC Procurement Center of Excellence.  The ideal candidate embraces teamwork and customer service within an autonomous position.  They are a data-driven problem-solver that utilizes excellent communication skills to support IMT business leaders and build trusting relationships.  If you want the opportunity to increase efficiency, reduce costs, identify and improve suppliers to improve outcomes, you will enjoy this position.

BASIC FUNCTION

As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our procurement processes at IMT, ensuring the efficient sourcing, purchasing, and management of goods and services necessary for our operations. You will play a key role in optimizing our supply chain, driving cost savings, and maintaining strong vendor relationships (partnerships).  You will supervise the warehouse staff and demonstrate behaviors consistent with CBC/IMT’s culture, mission and code of conduct.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Procurement Manager has the following responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the company's procurement strategy to align with business objectives and cost-efficiency goals (IMT & CBC)

• Responsible for maximizing value by analyzing current procurement strategies and identifying efficiency gains and cost reductions.

• Collaborate with CBC Buyers & IMT Managers to create value and drive quality outcomes.

• Manage daily purchasing activities, supervising staff, and allocating tasks.

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and other key performance indicators.

• Manage supplier relations and negotiate contracts, pricing agreements with suppliers, timelines, while maintaining ethical practices.

• Coordinate inventory control with the management teams to determine and manage inventory needs through regular cycle counts.

• Arrange for service, maintenance, and cleanliness of all Illinois Marine Towing company vehicles.

• Work to improve purchasing systems and processes (continuous improvement focus)

• Coordinate with CBC Procurement team as directed.

BEHAVIORS AND OUTCOMES

• The goal is to be a trusted partner who executes responsibilities diligently and reliably, consistent with CBC/IMT culture.

• Brings value to the position delivering a Procurement Mindset to IMT utilizing knowledge, skills, and ability.

• Maintains a continuous improvement mindset.

• Embodies humble, hungry, smart attitudes (behaviors)

RELATIONSHIP

 The Procurement Manager is appointed by and reports to the Director of Procurement.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, required

• Proven experience in a senior procurement role, with a track record of successful leadership

• Previous experience with Procurement software

• Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Demonstrated ability to drive cost savings and process improvements

• Marine industry experience preferred

Physical Demands

• Work is mostly performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. There will be times the job requires warehouse work that consists of lifting/moving boxes up to 40lbs.

Canal Barge Company, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.